Time for a New helmet

[haikman]

Anyone have something that they just love? All of mine are off MX helmets and I need something with blue tooth or able to add it for music and phone. Tell me what you like so I can get working on that. Thanks

 

[Kevhunts]

I wish I could get one of those BYE Tenere helmets but can't find them anywhere.

 

[newventurer]

Time for a New helmet

I am interested in the same thing. I have come across this... http://www.jmcorp.com/ProductDetail.asp?ProductID=HS-EBLU629EDRI-N103&PF=30 from J&M and would like to find someone that has used this system. I want to be able to link to my Garmin Zumo 665 as well.

Tim

 

[bloke]

Arai RXQ and a scala rider

 

[fjr1300]

Shoei Hornet-DS with Cardo Scala q4 , Arai with cardo, or HJC IS-Max with Cardo

 

[Swagger]

I use a Tour X3 with scala rider. Works for me

 

[haikman]

Any thoughts on the modular helmets? I like the Shoei Multitech but notice that the the higher end manufacturers don't have many options in this type of helmet. I assume that they can not be as strong as a ridge but how much difference is there and they sure have some advantages.

 

[martinh]

I am in the same boat looking for a new helmet. I was going to go with the scorpion EXO1000 but the discontinued it and they are coming out with the EXO1100. I am going to get that one. It got a good safety report on Sharp. http://sharp.direct.gov.uk/ Plus My Sena SMH10 fits in it. Here is a good place to to research on helmets also. http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-helmets/motorcycle-helmets.htm

 

[~TABASCO~]

Any thoughts on the modular helmets? I like the Shoei Multitech but notice that the the higher end manufacturers don't have many options in this type of helmet. I assume that they can not be as strong as a ridge but how much difference is there and they sure have some advantages.

This is what im thinking im going to buy, Shoei Multitech... For my head it fits great.. I was even thinking of saving for a Schuberth but the fit is funky and when you raise the front part it hits my chin every time.. Just doesn't fit me that great.... I'm going to go try on the Shoei again just to double check..... The new Bell looks really cool, but after my home work, it gets bad reviews...

 

[Combo]

The wife and I purchased Bell Revolvers and are very happy with them. Some wind noise, but not bad. Great modular design. I like the features on this helmet.



Good price too.

Bell Revolver Helmet Review at RevZilla.com

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/38/34948/ITEM/Bell-Revolver-Helmet.aspx

 

[Twitch]

I wish I could get one of those BYE Tenere helmets but can't find them anywhere.

Hadn't seen that one before. Looks pretty cool!

 

[fredz43]

Shoei RF1100 with Cardo Scala Rider G4.

 

[digitalmoto]

Shoei X-11 w/ Sena SMH10.

I damaged my second X-11 in a crash with no injuries to my noggen. The first one I bought got too big when I lost 50lbs. I ended up giving it away.

 

[Yamaguy55]

Anyone have something that they just love? All of mine are off MX helmets and I need something with blue tooth or able to add it for music and phone. Tell me what you like so I can get working on that. Thanks

I was sort of a cheap helmet buyer for years. I did make sure the certs were both dot (duh) and more importantly, Snell. When I bought my FZ back in 2004, I was enticed into both trying and buying a Arai. I'll never go back. I currently have a Corsair V, and even my lovable but somewhat numb wife exclaimed:" It is so comfortable that I could barely tell I had it on, and the shield is so good it seems like it is open when it is closed." Nuff said. If she notices it, it is real.
so: keep in mind that Arai makes both different helmet shell sizes and head shape interiors. Prior to that Quantum f that I bought in 04, most helmets didn't fit worth a hoot. I have an odd shaped head, it seems. The Arai's fit very well. The big thing is try more than one style, to find which fit fits. Their website explains which is which. I repeat: my Bell Moto 7 feels like a cloth wrapped Brick in comparison; sad to say. I was a big Bell buyer/fan for years, and they used to be the best of the best. I buy Arais now. I have the Moto 7, it isn't bad, but it is no Arai. Nothing would make me happier than Bell start making helmets back in the USA, and become a serious competitor to Arai. But good and great speak for themselves.

 

[S10Dano]

I was sort of a cheap helmet buyer for years. I did make sure the certs were both dot (duh) and more importantly, Snell. When I bought my FZ back in 2004, I was enticed into both trying and buying a Arai. I'll never go back. I currently have a Corsair V, and even my lovable but somewhat numb wife exclaimed:" It is so comfortable that I could barely tell I had it on, and the shield is so good it seems like it is open when it is closed." Nuff said. If she notices it, it is real.
so: keep in mind that Arai makes both different helmet shell sizes and head shape interiors. Prior to that Quantum f that I bought in 04, most helmets didn't fit worth a hoot. I have an odd shaped head, it seems. The Arai's fit very well. The big thing is try more than one style, to find which fit fits. Their website explains which is which. I repeat: my Bell Moto 7 feels like a cloth wrapped Brick in comparison; sad to say. I was a big Bell buyer/fan for years, and they used to be the best of the best. I buy Arais now. I have the Moto 7, it isn't bad, but it is no Arai. Nothing would make me happier than Bell start making helmets back in the USA, and become a serious competitor to Arai. But good and great speak for themselves.

I totally agree with you.. I currently have a ARAI XD and love it.. Feel like your in a fighter jetwne you lock the sheild down . .This one can get a little warm but I sure don't mind in the winter time. Great body fit, finish and paint...Japanese Cadillac of helmets.

 

[Yamaguy55]

I may give others a try soon. I prefer to have road and off road helmets at the same time

 

[~TABASCO~]

The wife and I purchased Bell Revolvers and are very happy with them. Some wind noise, but not bad. Great modular design. I like the features on this helmet.



Good price too.

Bell Revolver Helmet Review at RevZilla.com

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/38/34948/ITEM/Bell-Revolver-Helmet.aspx

Very cool COMBO...

How is the venting ? Do you feel it gives you enough air ? Any other info would be great !

 

[switchback]

I was a big Bell buyer/fan for years, and they used to be the best of the best. I buy Arais now. I have the Moto 7, it isn't bad, but it is no Arai. Nothing would make me happier than Bell start making helmets back in the USA, and become a serious competitor to Arai. But good and great speak for themselves.

Bell has come a very long way since the Moto 7. The Star and the Moto 9 are top of the line and state of the art. I now have an Arai XD and a Shoei X- 11. My next helmet will be a Bell again. I also have a Moto 7 which was a bit of a let down but is now 8 YO. Bell bought back their powersports division ~ 10 years ago and is finally back where they should be.

 

[Yamaguy55]

Great. I'll give them a look. Yaagal59 will need a new lid, so we'll take a look.

 

[Combo]

Very cool COMBO...

How is the venting ? Do you feel it gives you enough air ? Any other info would be great !

Hard to say with the helmet closed in 100+ deg heat and in the color black. With that said, on the FJR at speed it's not bad, but in town at slow speeds and the FJR windshield down is when this helmet shines. Just flip it open with the inner shield down and its like you turned on the A/C. Well almost
Another nice feature is with it open you can motor down the freeway at speeds without it trying to take your head off and gives you a visor like a dual sport helmet. It truly does provide multiple helmets in one. One more thing, it doesn't look goofy like some of the other modulers. But that's only when I'm not wearing it. )

IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII like it!